Starting the engine

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DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speedometer
When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or two segments 2 in the set speed range light up. For design reasons, the speed displayed in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set ...

Driving safety systems overview
In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) EBD (Ele ...

Under the Hood
The ML350 carries a 232-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 engine, while the ML500 comes with a 288-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. Both models use a five-speed-automatic transmission with a manual shift gate. The permanently ...